They made the large titles United 762 back in 2019. This one is a first.
Aeroclassics March 2025 Releases
- Thread starter abdulmohiuddin
- Start date
swagninja84
Well-known member
Purpleplane
Well-known member
Yes, I have that one
Lightsnack87
Member
A few more photos from the March set. My A300's both have the 'wavy wings.' Not a bad set overall, but with production issues happening consistently, and new A300, and 767-200 castings on the way, Aeroclassics' market share is shrinking.
Lovely pics and models, despite the annoying wavy wing issue of the A300s.
It seems to me that AC updated the cockpit windows for the 767s. They look smaller and better placed now, I like it
The Varig B762 release had them too low, for example.
Lightsnack87
Member
Absolutely agree with you. I think the Aeroclassics 762 gets more flack than it deserves. It's not as atrocious as some make it out to be. It is largely brought down by the larger gears, but up on the stand, or in the hand, it's not bad looking, and because of the lower demand, many of the older releases can be had for a very fair price.
LachieHare
Active member
The landing gear and the poor colours have really put me off that Air Seychelles model which is a shame.
I don't like it that much. The gears are bad, the engine shape is generic for GE/PW and the front section looks too round IMO
Lightsnack87
Member
That's absolutely fair. I used to be more critical of it, but I've softened as of late, but that's just out of personal preference, and not based on sheer accuracy. Like I said, everyone knows with the Panda mould coming, this one will be less and less relevant.
Lightsnack87
Member
The Air Sechelles is a real disapointment. That's top of my list when Panda gets their casting into full production. But I suspect it will be a long time before we see another example of this airline, so this version will hold it's position until then.
MIAv8Diecast
Active member
I have been considering purchasing AC A300's but considering I have been seeing major QC issues with the wings; I am reluctant to make a purchase unless I can see it in person first.
Jazajia
Well-known member
What airline?
Lightsnack87
Member
You should do more investigating, not every A300 has been affected, and the AC A300 mould is really good. There's no harm in reaching out to a few dealers to see what's available. No harm in asking if in stock models are up to spec.
MIAv8Diecast
Active member
I don't have any in particular... Just basing this off what I have seen on social media, forums, reviews and such.
MIAv8Diecast
Active member
Thats good to know. I don't have a dealer near me so I have to trust what I purchase online will be of good quality.
Jazajia
Well-known member
I have a few in stock. Just had an AA one relisted (ntu
). As reported, the AA ones are generally quite good. You will find some degree of wing waviness on releases from the last several months. This issue is mostly noticeable when seen head-on.Edit:
I have on many occasions taken photos of a particular model for an online customer to see. Yes, it is extra work, and many retailers just won't do it and move on to the next customer. The way I see it is that if I had a physical store, the majority of models would get scrutinized by customers on site, so then snapping a few photos from the comfort of my home doesn't sound so bad. So, if you catch me when I'm home and on a low sales day, I will take photos of the specific model you will be getting if you request them.
Last edited:
MIAv8Diecast
Active member
I have a few in stock. Just had an AA one relisted (ntu
Edit:
I have on many occasions taken photos of a particular model for an online customer to see. Yes, it is extra work, and many retailers just won't do it and move on to the next customer. The way I see it is that if I had a physical store, the majority of models would get scrutinized by customers on site, so then snapping a few photos from the comfort of my home doesn't sound so bad. So, if you catch me when I'm home and on a low sales day, I will take photos of the specific model you will be getting if you request them.
And or having every customer asking to hand hold your models in store before purchasing hahaha. Thats good to know and I appreciate that and never thought to ask an online retailer as it sounded burdensome.
Jazajia
Well-known member
And it can be, I don't do it myself as a customer, but let me tell you that many people think it is perfectly okay, and it kind of is, when you think about it.
I have sold a handful of models after going through the hassle of photographing them. One time I took photos of three different pieces for the customer to choose, yeah. It was worth it as he ended up buying. Other times, I have caught defects that I had not noticed before, saving me from having to deal with a return.
MIAv8Diecast
Active member
I have always been curious how you deal with defective models that are shipped from the manufacturer.
Jazajia
Well-known member
I can't speak for other retailers that might have more leverage to get properly compensated. But in general, a broken model it's usually a loss, to some extent. Many manufacturers/distributors are great in offering replacement parts such as gears, antennas and even spare boxes. Unfortunately, that can't be said about all of them.
